World Pulse Podcast

About World Pulse Podcast

From Her to All of Us is a podcast by World Pulse, a global network of 90,000 women changemakers. Each episode brings you an honest conversation with a woman breaking new ground, from grassroots to executive leaders across the globe, sharing their story in their own words, from their own experience. These are women who faced real barriers and pushed through them so others could rise too. 🔎 Explore more stories: https://www.worldpulse.org/explore 🌐 Join the World Pulse community: https://impact.worldpulse.org

Publisher

The World Pulse Podcast

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Mar 2026

Latest episode

26 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

24 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Oct 2026

   Everyone Has a Role to Play in Changing the World. What’s yours?

   In this special episode of From Her to All of Us, guest host Dr. Nancy O’Reilly—philanthropist, psychologist, and founder of Women Connect4Good—joins World Pulse CEO Lourdes Rivas for a conversation about the power of connection and the role each of us can play in creating change. A longtime champion of women supporting women, Dr. Nancy brings a shared commitment to advancing women’s leadership, while Lourdes draws on her background in technology and social impact to help women connect across borders and turn shared knowledge into action. Together, they explore how finding a supportive community can strengthen women’s confidence and agency, why technology works best when human relationships remain at its heart, and what it means to build a network where community members share leadership and shape its future. From grassroots initiatives to global collaboration, this conversation is a reminder that everyone has something to contribute—and no one has to create change alone. What you’ll take away * How connection helps women access resources, find support, and take action in their communities * Why technology can strengthen meaningful relationships when paired with human care and personal introductions * How shared leadership and individual contributions can build a resilient, lasting movement for gender justice Join us: World Pulse Global Town Hall — From Voice to Power Inspired by what becomes possible when women have community and support? Join women from around the world to hear directly from changemakers, connect across borders, and explore how individual action becomes collective power. 📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026 🕘 9:30 AM PT / 12:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM UTC 🔗 Reserve your spot: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4DMfbSCCS_u69qb6ciUHAg About World Pulse World Pulse is a global nonprofit connecting and supporting 90,000 women changemakers across 195 countries. From advancing education and economic opportunity to addressing gender-based violence, humanitarian crises, climate resilience, and digital inclusion, our community is leading solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges. By investing in women's leadership, donors help accelerate lasting change where it matters most: within communities themselves. Explore their stories, connect with the community, and discover how you can get involved at worldpulse.org Support us If these stories matter to you, the best thing you can do is hit subscribe, it makes sure more women find this space. Then come join us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, where you can get in touch with more women leaders and changemakers. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldpulse/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldpulse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldpulsemedia Join the conversation Who should we talk to next? Tell us in the comments, the topics and countries you want to hear from. Have a story to share? Whether you are a grassroots leader, employed in the corporate world, interested in women's leadership or inclusion, there is a place for you here. Women's voices deserve an audience. 📩 Reach out to info@worldpulse.org - we would love to hear from you. ---- (00:00:00) Start (00:01:25) Intro (00:02:21) The journey of Lourdes Rivas and World Pulse (00:06:27) The philosophy of lifting each other up (00:08:13) Community led network (00:10:55) Impact report insights (00:15:18) Global Town Hall (00:18:14) Mentoring program evolution (00:22:30) Women in conflict zones (00:25:45) What’s next for World Pulse?

2. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Why Investing in Women Benefits Everyone

   From becoming the first woman to lead a major publicly listed company in New Zealand to investing in entrepreneurs and challenging the funding disparities women continue to face, Theresa Gattung’s story is a reminder that leadership isn’t only about reaching the top—it’s about using your influence to help create a more equitable path for others. Theresa Gattung is an entrepreneur, investor, advocate, and one of New Zealand’s most recognized business leaders. In this episode, she shares why investing in women is both a social and economic imperative, how leaders can build stronger teams by recognizing their own strengths and limitations, and why women should surround themselves with people who encourage their potential rather than restrict it. Connect with her on LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-gattung-dnzm-9029a916/⁠ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-gattung-dnzm-9029a916/) What you’ll take away Why closing the gender investment gap could unlock enormous economic value while bringing more transformative ideas into the world How effective leaders multiply their impact by building collaborative teams, sharing responsibility, and giving others agency Why women should invest in one another, support women-owned businesses, and choose environments that recognize their value Join us: World Pulse Global Town Hall — From Voice to Power Inspired by what becomes possible when women have community and support? Join women from around the world to hear directly from changemakers, connect across borders, and explore how individual action becomes collective power. 📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026 🕘 9:30 AM PT / 12:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM UTC 🔗 Reserve your spot: ⁠https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4DMfbSCCS_u69qb6ciUHAg⁠ (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4DMfbSCCS_u69qb6ciUHAg) About the podcast From Her to All of Us is a podcast by World Pulse, a social impact network of 90,000 women changemakers. Every episode brings you inside the life of a woman building change. Real stories. New perspectives. Inspiration and tools for your own journey. About World Pulse World Pulse is a global nonprofit connecting and supporting 90,000 women changemakers across 195 countries. From advancing education and economic opportunity to addressing gender-based violence, humanitarian crises, climate resilience, and digital inclusion, our community is leading solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges. By investing in women's leadership, donors help accelerate lasting change where it matters most: within communities themselves. Support us If these stories matter to you, the best thing you can do is hit subscribe, it makes sure more women find this space. Then come join us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook, where you can get in touch with more women leaders and changemakers. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldpulse/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldpulse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldpulsemedia Join the conversation Who should we talk to next? Tell us in the comments, the topics and countries you want to hear from. Have a story to share? No matter your background, whether you are a grassroots leader, employed in the corporate world, interested in women's leadership or inclusion, there is a place for you here. Women's voices deserve an audience. 📩 Reach out to info@worldpulse.org - we would love to hear from you. ---- (00:00:00) Start (00:02:05) Early Influences on Leadership (00:05:19) Defining Moments in Career (00:07:39) The Importance of Teamwork and Collaboration (00:10:24) Navigating Visibility and Pressure as a Woman (00:12:43) Reshaping Systems and Structures (00:16:55) Supporting Women in Business (00:18:26) Addressing the Gender Investment Gap (00:25:24) Progress and Gaps for Women in Business (00:27:06) The Role of Community and Mentorship (00:28:08) Defining Success Beyond Commercial Gains (00:29.03) Advice for Women Facing Barriers (00:30:26) Reflection on Legacy and Impact

3. 

   9 Oct 2026

   How to Create the Conditions for People to Thrive

   From navigating a nonlinear career across finance, psychology, and nonprofit leadership to helping women build greater confidence and economic independence, Nicki Parr’s story is a reminder that potential can take many different forms—and sometimes, it simply needs the right conditions to grow. Nicki Parr is the CEO of Women’s Economic Ventures, an organization working to advance economic equity through entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and access to capital. In this episode, she shares how her understanding of psychology shapes her approach to leadership, why confidence and community are just as important as practical business tools, and how creating supportive environments can help both individuals and organizations reach their potential. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicki-parr-a6ab2273/ What you’ll take away * Why the strongest leaders create environments where people feel safe, heard, and empowered to contribute * How confidence, community, and mentorship help women turn entrepreneurial ideas into economic independence * Why recognizing someone’s potential—and creating the right conditions around them—can transform the direction of their life Join us: World Pulse Global Town Hall — From Voice to PowerInspired by what becomes possible when women have community and support? Join women from around the world to hear directly from changemakers, connect across borders, and explore how individual action becomes collective power. 📅 Tuesday, November 17, 2026 🕘 9:30 AM PT / 12:30 PM ET / 5:30 PM UTC 🔗 Reserve your spot: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4DMfbSCCS_u69qb6ciUHAg About the podcast From Her to All of Us is a podcast by World Pulse, a social impact network of 90,000 women changemakers. Every episode brings you inside the life of a woman building change. Real stories. New perspectives. Inspiration and tools for your own journey. About World Pulse World Pulse is a global nonprofit connecting and supporting 90,000 women changemakers across 195 countries. From advancing education and economic opportunity to addressing gender-based violence, humanitarian crises, climate resilience, and digital inclusion, our community is leading solutions to some of the world's most urgent challenges. By investing in women's leadership, donors help accelerate lasting change where it matters most: within communities themselves. Support us LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/worldpulse/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldpulse Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/worldpulsemedia Have a story to share? No matter your background, whether you are a grassroots leader, in the corporate world, interested in women's leadership or inclusion, there is a place for you here. Women's voices deserve an audience. 📩 Reach out to info@worldpulse.org - we would love to hear from you. ---- (00:00:00) Start (00:01:22) Connecting diverse career chapters through purpose (00:03:06) The personal challenges that prompted a career shift (00:04:17) The philosophy of nurturing human potential (00:05:57) Leadership with a psychology and business background (00:07:04) Experiencing multiple roles at Weave shaping leadership (00:09:17) The importance of listening in leadership (00:10:07) Using influence to create opportunities for others (00:11:43) Supporting women’s financial independence and confidence (00:13:00) Common barriers women face in entrepreneurship (00:14:11) Ripple effects of women’s financial agency (00:15:08) The role of community, mentorship, and intangible support (00:16:43) Resilience in the face of disaster and financial challenges (00:18:48) People who have supported Nicki’s journey (00:20:10) Ways to support women’s economic empowerment daily (00:22:18) The ripple effect of leadership and potential (00:23:23) Creating conditions for others to blossom

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